Hamas to return bodies of young Israeli hostages Kfir and Ariel Bibas in upcoming swap

On February 20, Hamas will return the bodies of four Israeli hostages, including 9-month-old Kfir and 4-year-old Ariel Bibas. They were taken during the October 7, 2023 attack, marking a tragic moment in the ongoing conflict. Hamas has previously released 19 living hostages as part of a ceasefire agreement. The Bibas family, who were kidnapped from their home, have become symbols of the hostage crisis in Israel. In addition to the bodies, Hamas plans to release six living hostages on February 24. Israel will respond by releasing all Palestinian women and minors detained since October. Negotiations for further hostage releases are ongoing.